New Delhi: The ‘Cockroach Janata Party’ (CJP), an entity born out of social media memes, has become a topic of discussion not just within the country but abroad as well. Protesting against the NEET paper leak under the CJP banner, students launched a movement that ultimately forced a Union Minister to resign. At one point, it seemed Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan would not step down, but the relentless expansion of the protest compelled him to leave his post.
Now, everyone is wondering whether the CJP, which originated on social media, will step into mainstream politics. Such questions are already being put to CJP leaders. Party spokespersons Ashutosh Ranka and Sourav Das have made significant statements regarding the party’s future; you can read the details below.
Will CJP Enter Politics?
When a Cockroach Janata Party leader was asked if the party would engage in full-time politics, the response was surprising. He remarked that one should never say “no” to anything in India. However, CJP leaders completely ruled out the possibility of entering politics in the immediate future. They stated that their priority is to strengthen the youth-led, grassroots movement.
What Did Ashutosh Ranka Say?
Responding to the question about entering politics, Ashutosh Ranka said, “The only thing on my mind right now is going home to sleep, getting some rest, and meeting my family. I have been away from home for the past few months. Honestly, I just want to rest. I want to reflect on and process everything that has happened over the last two months.”
He added, “This is a huge achievement for all of us; it is a moment of pride. It is truly a time for happiness and relief. After this, we will consider what comes next.
One Should Not Rule Out Any Possibility
When asked if he was dismissing the possibility of a political career, Ashutosh Ranka replied, “I feel that in India, one should never say ‘no’ to anything.” Sourav Das emphasised that entering politics is certainly not the group’s immediate objective. Sourav Das stated that our focus is absolutely clear: we must take this movement to the grassroots level. There are already 750 to 800 political parties in existence, yet none of them is fulfilling the aspirations of the youth. We want to take this movement to the grassroots so that, regardless of who holds power, work is done for the advancement of the youth. That is our current agenda.
